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European Silver Cowrie Shell Snuff Box

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H & A Swedish Maristad Silver Cowrie Shell Snuff Box, 1882: H & A Swedish Maristad Gilt Silver Cowrie Shell Snuff Box, 1882. The silver exterior with initials "LJB" to base. Gilt to the interior Swedish silver marks to inner lid. Weight Approx., 74.13 grams Me

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Scottish Sterling Silver Cowry Shell Snuff Box, George III 1799: Scottish sterling silver Cowry Shell snuff box, George III 1799. Monogrammed "JK 1799" to the gilt interior. Hallmarked PA to the interior rim. Weight Approx., 78 grams Measures Approx., 3.5 inches x

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Item Details

Description

European Silver Cowrie Shell Snuff Box, 18th / 19th Century. Unmarked, tests for silver.
Weight Approx., 77.35 grams
Measures Approx., 3.25 inches x 2.5 inches x 1.5 inches tall
Domestic Shipping: $20

Condition

Great conditoin. Light surface marks

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European Silver Cowrie Shell Snuff Box

Name: European Silver Cowrie Shell Snuff Box
SKU: 159094595
Price: 275 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $400

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